Photo
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" THANK YOU!!!! The photos are amazing! You did such a nice job.
WOW! It is so great to have all those photos in one place. Thanks
again. I'll be in touch with more memories for you to renew!!! " (more testimonials) |
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Option
1 - Standard Scanning |
Option
2 - Photoshop Enhanced |
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Photos
are Scanned using Epson V700 Photo Scanners for Excellent Quality
Images
Be aware that some companies
use automatic feeders to scan your photos, resulting in lower quality images. Others have operations outside the U.S., compromising potential risk of damage or
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Customized
Subject Folders
If you prepare your photos
in labeled subject groupings, they will be
scanned and stored on the disc organized by
subject folders. It works well to separate
groups of photos in plastic ziploc bags or
paper envelopes. If your photos are not in
any particular order now, you may find it
easier to organize the digital images after
scanning rather than before scanning. The
choice is up to you. |
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High Resolution Scanning is Standard for Detailed Digital Images
High Resolution Images Offer More Flexibility for Cropping, Editing, Enlarging, and Printing
Digital Image Files are Transferred to a Data CD and DVD
Data DVD-R = High Resolution Files for Archival and Printing
Data CD-R = Reduced Size Resolution for General Multi-Media
Fully Customized DVD Slideshows / Montages are Also Available
Perfect for Special Occasions and Events: (more
info)
Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Graduations, Memorials
JPEG Image Format is Standard in Pricing - TIFF Format is Optional (more
info)
Volume Discount Pricing: 500+
Images = 10% Discount |
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Photo Scanning Pricing |
Any Size Photos up to 8" x 10"
High Resolution Scanning @600dpi
Color
or Black & White - Any
Size, Shape, Age, or Condition |
$.35 / Photo
Standard Scanning |
$.60 / Photo
Photoshop Enhanced |
Larger Format Scanning
Larger than 8x10 / Full Album Pages / Articles / Documents |
Pricing Varies Based on Complexity of Items |
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Removal
and Replacement of Photos
in Albums. If the photos are glued onto
pages, we will scan the whole page
and crop digitally rather than removing. |
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+$.15 / Image |
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Damaged
Photo Restoration
More
extensive restoration is available
for photos in damaged condition.
Pricing
is subject to the level of restoration
required, on a per image basis.
Average
Cost for Restoration is $5 - $25 / Image
You will receive an estimate for your approval
per image. |
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Photo
Scanning FAQ |
Why
should I consider having you scan my photos instead doing it on
my own?
There
are consumer grade scanners for you to do your own scanning, but
you should consider the cost of equipment vs. quality output.
Also, don't underestimate the amount of time involved to do it
yourself. It is likely to be more cost effective to have the work
done professionally for the best quality and least frustration.
I have a large collection of photos I would like to have digitized. Where should I start?
One option is to have your photos all scanned and then organize them digitally by creating subject folders to drag and drop images into. If your photos are already organized, you may provide them in groupings with a title name for each group. When they are scanned, a titled folder will be created and all images will be scanned into that folder on the disc. If you have a large collection, often times it works well to have them scanned in batches to help break down your overall project.
What image editing software do you use for post scan enhancements?
Adobe Photoshop CS5. Post scan editing includes cropping for clean
edges, color & exposure correction, red eye removal, and digital
correction of spots or scratches. The original, unedited scans
are also included in processing to preserve original image integrity
for true archival purposes.
How will you organize the digital files on the disc?
The image files on the disc will be organized in the
way you provide the originals. Image directories are customized
with titles of subject groupings. If your photos aren't organized
now, you may find it easier to organize them digitally after scanning
than physically before scanning. The choice is up to you.
I have some old photo albums with the photos glued on the pages.
Do I have to remove the photos from the page or will you do that?
It is best to leave photos attached with glue to pages
as they are to prevent potential damage in removing and to retain
the original layout. Instead, we will scan the photos directly
from the page without removing them.
Can
I view the images you put on CD / DVD on my TV?
In
order to view pictures on TV with a DVD, the images must be
made into a DVD Slideshow Video format which plays the same
way a DVD movie works. With this option, background music can
be added and you can navigate to pause on an image or go forward
and back. The cost for this option is $.25 per image. (Note:
Some DVD player models are compatible with reading jpeg images
on a data CD - this is the most basic way to view images on
a TV. There is no extra cost to provide a CD with TV resolution
jpeg images)
What is the difference between a CD and a DVD?
Both a CD and a DVD can be used for data storage with the only
difference being the storage size of the disc. A CD will hold
up to 650MB of data, while a DVD holds 4.37GB. In order to access
the images from a data DVD on a computer, you will need to have
a DVD-Rom drive in your computer.
Can I make prints from the images you give me on CD or DVD?
Yes you can, either from home or your preferred printing service.
How
many photos will fit on a CD or DVD?
This varies depending on the original photo size and scanning resolution. As a general rule, around 200-400 images will fit on a CD and 1000-2000 will fit on a DVD.
Do I need to count the exact number of photos before
sending them to you?
No, there is no need to do so. Prepayment for scanning is not
required. The number of images and your invoice will be totalled
once all work is completed.
Do I get my photos back?
Yes, and in the same groupings you provided them in. |
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Scanning |
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DVD
Montages |
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Video to DVD |
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No
pre-payment required

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